Derek Lee Myers

Derek Lee Myers, age 47, of Toledo, passed away unexpectedly at home on November 6, 2026. Derek was born to W.C. Myers and Pamela Lowder on July 5, 1979, in Toledo, Ohio. He attended Northwood High School graduating from Penta Career Center. Derek worked as a package handler for USPS.

Derek was an excellent cook, enjoyed fishing, playing pool, was a University of Michigan fan, and had good taste in music. He loved his boys and especially spending time playing Madden with them. Derek was a Christian and spent time studying the Bible and sharing with others passages that he felt strongly about.

Derek is survived by his sons, Tahki and Jaiden Myers; mother, Pamela Lowder; the mother of his children, Shawna (Pickering) Wootton; brother, John Kittle; brother, Terry "Skip" Myers; brother, Reggie (Suzanne) Truss; sister, Julie Truss; and nieces, Katarina and Kacie Truss. He was preceded in death by his father, W.C. Myers, and brother, Jason Myers.

A memorial service is being planned for later this month at Freck Funeral Chapel, 1155 S Wynn Rd., in Oregon, Ohio. Contributions to help pay for his services are appreciated through the crowdfunding on this obituary. Please consider helping the family out if you can.